One-Piece Swimsuits You’ll Love to Wear

It’s swimsuit season, and the choices have never been better. While it can be easy to find an attractive tankini or bikini, finding a one-piece suit that looks and feels cute can be more of a challenge. Many stores still offer limited selections of one-piece bathing suits, and what they do have is often repetitive, dated, and generally uninspired.

However, as someone who has always been partial to one-piece swimsuits, I’ve been on a mission to find the best ones available. Whether you’re looking for something with a little flair, want to show some skin, or are hoping to keep things a little more modest, we’ve got a pick for you. Just like our readers, these suits offer options that will work for a variety of body types, genders, and style preferences. Keep reading to find your new favorite swimsuit.

Summer Mae Plus Size Floral Swimdress

It took me more than a decade to find a swimsuit I actually liked, but this one from Summer Mae fit all of my needs perfectly. Available in multiple colors (with options updated over time), this suit does an incredible job supporting even the heaviest bust while providing a flattering silhouette with its clever lines and ruching. Every time I wear this swimsuit I run into people asking where I bought it, and I feel infinitely more confident and less self-conscious in it than I have in a swimsuit in years.

Tempt Me One Piece Swimsuit

One of the best things about this swimsuit is the sheer variety that is offered, from 37 different colors and patterns to sizes ranging from XXS to 26 Plus. It offers a beautiful silhouette while increasing the support and security around the chest, ensuring everything stays comfortably where it should. For anyone who doesn’t want to feel like every inch is covered but wants to be sure there won’t be any wardrobe mishaps, this deep plunge mesh look is the perfect compromise.

Beefcake Swimwear’s The Charmer

Maybe you love a good roaring 20s look, or maybe you’re just tired of overly gendered swimwear. Either way, The Charmer from Beefcake Swimwear is a great place to look. The high neckline and sides as well as the lower cuts in the leg make this suit ideal for anyone who’s after a gender-inclusive look, including but not limited to transgender women, transgender men, non-binary people, and everyone who falls somewhere in between. As an added bonus, with every purchase, you support a USA-based business that was founded (and is currently owned and operated) by an LGBTQ+ woman.

Bar III Tell Me About It Stud One-Piece Swimsuit

Wearing a one-piece doesn’t have to mean you can’t show a little skin. This monokini style suit with cut-outs is a great way to feel sexy and look your best without worrying that a top or bottom could come loose when you’re in the water. Its timeless black and silver color scheme will be flattering on just about anyone, and its studded detailing will add a little edge to your look in the very best way.

Cacique No-Wire Flutter-Sleeve Swim Dress

For those who want to feel feminine and flirty without putting it all out there, this flutter-sleeve swim dress is a great choice. Its flowy material feels ethereal in and out of the water while adding a little extra coverage where you want it most. However, the deep V and high skirt still give you plenty of skin to show on those beautiful beach days. This swimsuit is available in both coral and black and sizes 10 to 32.

H&M Padded-cup High-leg Swimsuit

If you love a good one-shoulder look and cutouts, this asymmetrical suit will be a perfect fit. It combines smooth, simple fabric with high-cut legs that create a flattering silhouette. Overall, this suit offers an elegant look that will leave you feeling sexy and stylish. It’s also a great choice for those with smaller busts, as the padded cups can help create the shape, you’re after.

Uniquebella 1 Piece Modest Swimsuit

Whether you’re looking for a more conservative top or are hoping for some serious sun protection, this one-piece suit from Uniquebella will meet your needs. It’s available in 17 patterns as well as sizes XS to 3XL. The fabric has built-in UV UPF 50+ protection and is especially well suited to those with sun sensitivity from medications and medical conditions. The skirt also adds a nice touch of feminine flounce with every step.

South Beach x Misha Grimes Cut Out Front Swimsuit

This blue swimsuit combines the practicality of a one-piece with the sex appeal of a bikini. Its zig-zag pattern and glitter print will leave you shining in the sun. The tying halterneck provides easy adjustment to find your most comfortable angle and looks cute, too.

Smismivo Vintage Retro Swimsuit

Take a blast back to the past with this vintage, retro-style swimsuit. Available in 45 different colors and patterns and sizes S to 3XL, this suit is sure to turn heads. Choose from bright classic colors and whimsical patterns like polka dots and florals.

Dolfin UPF 50+ Print Conservative Lap One-Piece Swimsuit

If you’re interested in a classic one-piece look, this Dolfin suit is a great find. Its stripes give a mix of vintage and modern charm, while its style is highly functional and even has UPF 50+ protection built into the fabric. The higher neck will appeal to those who prefer a more modest look, and its timeless design will ensure that your suit is never out of style.

Beautyin Boyleg One Piece Swimsuit

If you prefer a little more coverage on your legs, this racerback swimsuit will be just your style. It offers great movement for swimming and other activities while providing a slimming silhouette. This suit is available in nine colors and sizes XS to 3XL.